Entomology Advocacy Week

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From Bites to Insights: Hands-on Ectoparasite and Vector Identification, Collection, and Surveillance Training

Aug 10 - Aug 10

This workshop provides a crash course on ectoparasites and vectors, crucial for both human and animal health. Participants will gain practical, hands-on experience in identifying common ectoparasites (such as ticks, fleas, mites, and lice) and learn about their diversity and ecological roles. The workshop will cover techniques for safely collecting ectoparasites from animal hosts, with a focus on accurate specimen handling and preservation. Additionally, participants will explore surveillance methods used to monitor vector populations, including mosquito traps and tick collection tools. A key focus will be assessing vector-borne disease risks and developing strategies to prevent bites and disease transmission. This interactive training is designed to equip professionals with the skills to enhance vector surveillance and mitigation efforts in their respective fields. Learn more.

Entomology 2025: Online Program Available

Aug 13

WEBINAR: Entomology Advocacy Week Kickoff: Ways to Get Involved in 2025!

Aug 18 - Aug 18

Location: Zoom Webinar

About: Join ESA leaders and Science Policy Fellows to hear about ways and whys to get involved at the local, state, and federal level in advocating for entomology! Whatever level of engagement you're interested in, there are opportunities for you to make your voice heard!

ESA Swarm the Hill Day photo in front of US Capitol

Entomology Advocacy Week 2025 is August 18-22! #EntVocate

Many ESA members already engage in outreach activities throughout the year. Entomology Advocacy Week is a concentrated effort to target policymakers with science that matters so that evidence-based decision-making becomes the norm at all levels of government.

Get involved in Entomology Advocacy Week 2025!

Sign up for our grassroots advocacy alerts!
Monday, August 18, ESA will host a webinar with ESA leaders and Science Policy Fellows about ways to get involved at the local, state, and federal level!
Tuesday, August 19, we'll send letters to Hill about honey bees in observance of National Honey Bee Day (August 16).
Wednesday, August 20 is World Mosquito Day! We'll encourage Congress to support the reauthorization of the Kay Hagan Tick Act!
Thursday, August 21 is a great day to explain the importance of physical collections for entomology. Send your message now.
Friday, August 22 we'll let Congress know what new or emerging invasive species pose a threat to the state or district.

Other ways to get involved:

Review the Science Policy Webinar from Dr. Marianne Alleyne, which presented five ways that you can take action.

Request a meeting with your Senator or Representative
Write (or call) your lawmaker about an issue
Write an op-ed for your local or national paper
Get active on social media using #EntVocate (toolkit coming soon!)
Build your brand - and your institution's

Also, be sure to read the papers in the special collection on scientists and science policy in the Annals of the Entomological Society of America.

Why the week of August 18-22?

In addition to basing priorities on our ESA Advocacy Priorities, we're tying into some great outreach events that are already scheduled, like

National Honey Bee Day (August 16, 2025)
World Humanitarian Day (August 19, 2025)
World Mosquito Day (August 20, 2025)
Congressional Recess and Campaigns (All of August)

Resources on Advocacy:

Three articles on Entomology Today about advocacy.
Talking Points and Communication Tips
ESA FY 2026 Funding Priorities
Get Involved - More Tools and Resources

Sign Up for ESA Advocacy Alerts

Be an advocate for entomology! ESA’s issue-specific advocacy alerts, enabling ESA members to easily connect with legislators and offer timely subject-matter expertise. Sign up now to receive ESA science-policy action alerts.